VAST VIEW Ben Griffin Poaches Phil Mickelson's Prized Green Reader Ahead of Mexico Open Push
Golfer Ben Griffin has hired caddie Jon Yarbrough, the man Phil Mickelson once dubbed the sport's best green reader, hoping the move sharpens his putting for the 2026 VidantaWorld Mexico Open.
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Ben Griffin has made a notable addition to his team, bringing on caddie Jon Yarbrough as he prepares for the 2026 VidantaWorld Mexico Open, according to Yahoo Sports.
Yarbrough carries a strong reputation on tour after being praised by Phil Mickelson, who called him the "best green reader" in golf. Griffin is betting that Yarbrough's eye on the greens can give him an edge in a sport where tight putting margins often decide tournaments.
The hire signals Griffin's intent to elevate his game heading into the new season, with the Mexico Open shaping up as an early test of whether the new partnership pays off.
Sources: Yahoo Sports
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